BOYS BASKETBALL: Columbia bounces back, tops Gaither in Battle at The Villages

Columbia forward Marcus Peterson scores a layup against Tampa Gaither during the Battle at The Villages on Tuesday. (COURTESY)
Columbia forward Marcus Peterson scores a layup against Tampa Gaither during the Battle at The Villages on Tuesday. (COURTESY)

Columbia rebounded from Monday's loss to top Gaither 48-44 in the consolation bracket at the Battle at The Villages on Tuesday.

Charleston Ponds led the way for the Tigers (3-3) with 17 points and Marc…